Salaries in Accounting

Is it unrealistic to expect quality applicants for a tax senior role in industry with a $70-90k range? Fully remote in industry with a pretty good work life balance.

I just put in my notice, and my company immediately hit me with a counteroffer. It feels a bit insulting that they suddenly found the budget only after I threatened to leave. Should I even consider it...

Is achieving a great culture a valid excuse for low pay? My company's CFO basically just told us we don't need raises because our culture is so good. While I appreciate a good work environment, it fee...

I’m a second-year Senior Associate in audit making $72k, and I found out that new hires are coming in at $70k. I started at $62k two years ago, so these new staff are starting at almost exactly what I...

I’ve been at my job for two years, and my reviews are always great. But whenever I ask about a raise, my boss says I need to prove myself first. It feels like they keep moving the goalposts. How long ...

My company is preparing me to step into the role of Controller, and they recently mentioned a starting salary of $95k. This feels low given the scope of the responsibilities. I know location, industry...

A recruiter recently reached out about a role that seems like a great fit. Since I wasn't actively looking, I want to make sure the move is financially worth it. What's a realistic salary jump to expe...

I just got a raise and trying to figure out where to put the extra money. Is it smarter to increase my 401k contributions or focus on building up an emergency fund? My savings feel light, but I don't ...

I’m currently six months into a new job, and things are fine, but I’ve started getting messages from recruiters offering about $5k more than what I make now. Is it worth jumping ship for a relatively ...

I passed my final CPA exam section while working full-time, but my manager hasn’t brought up a raise or promotion at all. Is it reasonable for me to ask about that now, or should I wait for my annual ...

It feels like once someone gains salary momentum in accounting, it becomes easier to keep accelerating. Higher comp leads to better opportunities, stronger negotiating power, and more confidence makin...

It seems as if the current job market gives you two options: burn yourself out or accept being underpaid. I have a $95k offer on the table, but the hours sound brutal. I'm now questioning myself wheth...

Would you rather take a role with high current comp but limited upside, or slightly lower pay with stronger long-term trajectory? Feels like one of the harder decisions once you’re mid-career.

What’s a good salary to ask for as someone with their Bachelor’s and a Masters degree in accounting and 1 year of experience. I received a minimal raise in my first year but I was told by my colleague...

Is industry progression always this slow? I’ve been in my position for a couple of years now without a promotion. If you're in industry, how many years did you put in before hitting the next level? I'...

I've been in public accounting for a few years, and I'm burned out. I've received an offer from a small private firm that promises normal hours, no overtime, but it pays $12K less. Part of me thinks I...

A colleague of mine who was hired at the same time as me negotiated a signing bonus that wasn't mentioned during my own hiring process. Should firms proactively disclose every component of a compensat...

I used to think compensation in accounting was pretty straightforward: work hard, gain experience, move up steadily. But after a few years, it feels much more nuanced than that. Some people stay loyal...

Are there actually any jobs that get back to you after you’ve applied? I’ve applied to over 100 jobs for remote positions and some say I’m overqualified, while others just don’t respond at all. 🥲

What is the premium people are seeing for Senior Tax Manager at mid tier firms between Philadelphia and NYC?